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PL03 EUE

2003 Saab 9-5

Black Diesel 2958cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Dec 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

121,465 mi
Last recorded121,465 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2025
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-596,828 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL03 EUE
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,958cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2025 121,465 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened including mounting points and components (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened including mounting points and suspension arms/components (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 27 Nov 2025 121,442 miles

Nearside Front Suspension locking device ineffective lower ball joint (5.3.6 (b))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened including mounting points and components (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened including mounting points and suspension arms/components (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Aug 2024 120,181 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn outer (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn outer (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2023 115,091 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2022 109,909 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2021 105,042 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2020 104,357 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2019 100,821 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2018 96,233 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2017 93,105 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2016 91,578 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2015 88,549 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2014 85,131 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2013 82,313 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2012 79,505 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2011 75,658 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2010 71,665 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 65,116 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 18 Jun 2008 58,664 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2007 49,276 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2006 39,121 miles

How Reliable is the Saab 9-5?

Based on 735,114 MOT tests across 55,671 vehicles.

74.3%
Pass Rate
7,075
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
55,671
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 28,935
position lamp(s) not working 13,798
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 13,560
Registration plate lamp not working 10,446
Brake pipe excessively corroded 9,497
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PL03 EUE is a 2003 Saab 9-5 in Black with a 2,958cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 2003 Saab 9-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.0% with a typical mileage of 96,828 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Saab 9-5 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 28,935 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PL03 EUE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9-5 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 23 years old, this Saab 9-5 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was PL03 EUE registered?

PL03 EUE is a 2003 Saab 9-5, first registered on 24 June 2003.

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The MOT history for PL03 EUE shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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